Author: Alaska Pulse News

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Hurricane Milton unleashed its fury on Florida as a formidable Category 3 tempest on Wednesday, inflicting havoc upon a coastline still recovering from the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. With winds exceeding 100 mph (160 kph) and a series of tornadoes, Milton narrowly spared Tampa from a direct strike. The storm shifted southward in its final hours, making landfall in Siesta Key, near Sarasota, approximately 70 miles (112 kilometers) south of Tampa. In the Tampa region, the situation remained dire as St. Petersburg reported over 16 inches (41 centimeters) of rainfall, leading the National Weather Service to issue warnings of imminent flash flooding. Damage assessments revealed that Tropicana Field, home to the Tampa Bay Rays, suffered significant destruction; tele...

In a remarkable inaugural performance, Dylan Guenther scored twice, leading the Utah Hockey Club to a commanding 5-2 victory against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday night in Salt Lake City. Barrett Hayton contributed with a goal and an assist, while Clayton Keller and Lawson Crouse also tallied, showcasing Utah’s offensive strength. This historic match marked the team's first outing since their relocation from Tempe, Arizona, earlier this year, after a Salt Lake City-based ownership group acquired the Arizona Coyotes. Goalkeeper Connor Ingram played a pivotal role in the triumph, recording 25 saves throughout the game. The Blackhawks’ Teuvo Teravainen and Nick Foligno found the net, with Connor Bedard adding two assists, but Petr Mrazek could only stop 20 shots. Chicago struggled to c...

Cissy Houston, the celebrated Grammy Award-winning vocalist, passed away on October 7 at her residence in New Jersey at the age of 91. Her daughter-in-law, Pat Houston, disclosed that she had been battling Alzheimer’s disease, although details regarding the specific location of her death were not reported by the Associated Press. Cissy's musical journey commenced in her early childhood, where she showcased her vocal talents in her local church and in a musical group alongside her siblings. Over the years, she evolved into a matriarch of a remarkable musical lineage, which included her cousin, the illustrious opera singer Leontyne Price, as well as her nieces, Dionne and Dee Dee Warwick. Most notably, her daughter Whitney Houston rose to become one of the most successful pop icons ...

NBC's broadcast of "Football Night in America" confirmed that the scheduled kickoff time of 8:20 p.m. ET would be pushed back by approximately 30 minutes. However, the weather had different intentions. As reported by ESPN’s Todd Archer, a new lightning strike at 9 p.m. initiated yet another mandatory delay of 30 minutes, potentially moving the kickoff to around 9:50 p.m. The National Weather Service painted a grim forecast, issuing a severe thunderstorm watch for western Pennsylvania, including Allegheny County. Wind gusts could reach 23 mph, and thunderstorms are anticipated to linger until 10 p.m. In light of the inclement weather, stadium officials have advised fans to seek shelter as torrential rain pelts the Acrisure Stadium field. Within the stadium’s confines, players are adju...

Bronny James, in his much-awaited debut for the Los Angeles Lakers during the NBA preseason, immediately signaled that his future in professional basketball hinges on his defensive prowess and superior court awareness. The youthful guard demonstrated his aptitude on both ends of the floor, showcasing not just an ability to stifle his opponent defensively, but also to rapidly turn that momentum into offensive productivity. A particularly striking moment featured Bronny swatting away a shot before swiftly delivering a pinpoint assist to Rui Hachimura, setting up a three-point shot with precision. From the outset, Bronny’s defensive instincts were unmistakable. His impeccable timing, nimble footwork, and sharp anticipation allowed him to stay ahead of his assignments, contesting shots and ...

French rapper Lucas Coly, widely recognized for his bilingual rapping and vibrant presence on social media, has passed away at the age of 27. His manager confirmed the heartbreaking news via an Instagram post on Thursday, October 3. While no official cause of death has been revealed, fans have started speculating about the circumstances. A hashtag briefly included in the manager’s caption (#checkonyourfriends) before it was edited out has led many to believe Coly may have taken his own life. Adding to the emotional weight of the situation, Coly’s final Instagram Story simply read, "I love y’all," followed by an orange heart emoji—a poignant farewell that struck his followers deeply. His manager, devastated by the loss, shared his grief in his Instagram Story, stating, "My heart feels ri...

Bank of America customers faced significant issues accessing their accounts on Wednesday, with many reporting problems viewing their balances. According to Downdetector, reports of outages spiked around 12:45 p.m. ET, as users expressed concerns about seeing zero balances or being unable to log in entirely. Bank of America confirmed the issue in a statement to CNN, acknowledging that “some clients are experiencing an issue accessing their accounts and balance information today.” The bank assured customers that the issues were being addressed and were “largely resolved,” but did not provide details on what caused the disruption. It's unclear when all systems will be fully operational. Some CNN employees with Bank of America accounts reported being unable to access their online banking...

John Amos, the legendary actor known for his iconic roles as the family patriarch on the sitcom “Good Times” and as the adult Kunta Kinte in the groundbreaking miniseries “Roots,” has passed away at the age of 84. His longtime publicist, Belinda Foster, confirmed that Amos died of natural causes on August 21 in Los Angeles. In a heartfelt statement shared by Amos’ son, Kelly Christopher Amos, the family expressed their grief: “It is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned. He was a man with the kindest heart and a heart of gold… loved by people all over the world. Many fans considered him their TV father. He lived a remarkable life, and his legacy will endure through his incredible body of work in television and film.” Born and raised in East Oran...

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo has passed away at the age of 58 after a battle with brain cancer. The eight-time NBA All-Star, who retired in 2009, enjoyed an impressive 18-year career in the league, playing for the Denver Nuggets, Atlanta Hawks, Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, and Houston Rockets. Mutombo began treatment for a brain tumor in October 2022. "Dikembe Mutombo was simply larger than life," said NBA commissioner Adam Silver. "On the court, he was one of the greatest shot-blockers and defensive players in NBA history. Off the floor, he poured his heart and soul into helping others." Standing at 7 feet 2 inches tall, the DR Congo-born center was discovered while studying at Georgetown University and was selected by the Nuggets as the four...